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037 - 'The Fires of Genius'

037 - 'The Fires of Genius'

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 In a bid to keep her son Robert grounded, Mrs. Fenton launches a Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle in the vibrant town of Centreville. This unique Circle attracts a diverse mix of members—from the maid of a wealthy family and three carefree youths to fashionable society girls and the esteemed Professor Monteith. As we delve into the lives of these Circle members, we witness how their home studies and the lively social interactions at the Chautauqua in New York challenge and transform their beliefs and perspectives. The narrative includes fascinating accounts of actual lectures and events from the summer of 1880, offering a captivating glimpse into the Chautauqua movement of that time. For your enjoyment, the melodies for the songs in chapter 23 are available HERE and HERE, while the tune for the song in chapter 42 can be found HERE. (Summary by TriciaG)
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